Washington § 82A.04.600 - Crimes — Tax evasion — Failure to pay, file.

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§ 82A.04.600. Crimes — Tax evasion — Failure to pay, file.

(1) Any person who knowingly attempts to evade the tax imposed under this chapter or payment thereof is guilty of a class C felony as provided in chapter 9A.20 RCW.
(2) Any person who knowingly fails to pay tax, make returns, or supply information, as required under this chapter, is guilty of a gross misdemeanor as provided in chapter 9A.20 RCW.
[ 2026 c 238 s 601.]

Notes

Findings—Intent—Effect of invalidation of 2026 c 238 s 201—Automatic expiration date and tax preference performance statement exemption—Necessity of act—Intent—Implementation by department of revenue—2026 c 238: See notes following RCW 82A.04.030.

Source: official Washington text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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